What to Do When You're Heartbroken

Shen Menghan put on the ring and didn't intend to take it off. She poked Russell's muscle and changed the subject, saying, "Haven't seen you in a while, and your physique has gotten so good. How did you work out?"

"I go to the gym occasionally, do a quick workout and then come out."

"Impossible, you can't get a body like that at the gym."

"Talent, something most people can only envy..." Russell then changed the subject. "I met Captain Wang's wife from the Riot Squad at the gym. You asked her about me... How do you know family members of police officers?"

Shen Menghan twirled her hair and replied matter-of-factly, "What's wrong with that? Can't I make a few police officer friends? Weren't you a police officer before you resigned?"

Russell: "..."

Yes, it's perfectly normal and reasonable for you to have a few police officer friends since you've dated one!

"But you..." Russell hesitated, then sat up from the sofa, grabbed Shen Menghan's shoulders, and said after composing himself, "But you're an assassin, your identity... do you want to die even faster?"

At this point, Russell decided to stop playing coy and said that it would be better for everyone to know the truth.

"You knew all along?"

A hint of surprise flashed in Shen Menghan's eyes, but she quickly regained her composure. Instead of offering a hasty explanation, she picked up her coat from the ground, took out a police ID from her wallet, and handed it to Russell.

Russell stared in disbelief. He opened it and saw the five large characters "People's Police Certificate" clearly visible. From his professional perspective, the workmanship was excellent, more than enough to pass for the real thing. However, the rank of Third-class Police Inspector was ridiculous; how could someone be promoted so quickly?

"I'm back for two things. First, let's start over. Second..." Shen Menghan picked up her police badge and said, word by word, "Because of the mission, I left in a hurry. I wanted to tell you as soon as the mission was over, but some things delayed me. I'm not an assassin, I'm an undercover agent!"

Russell: "..."

Oh, so you were an undercover agent!

Etc...

Holy crap, you were an undercover agent?!

What are you doing infiltrating my house? Are you here to arrest my parents?

If that's the case, why are you dating me?

"Also, my real name is Shen Menghan, Shen Xinrou is the alias I used when I was undercover... I'm sorry for only telling you now..." Shen Menghan threw herself into Russell and hugged him tightly with both hands. "I was in a lot of pain during that time. I was afraid that you would be dragged into this, but I didn't want to keep lying to you... That's why I said I would start over."

Russell covered his face with his hand. Hearing her claim to be an undercover agent, his heart skipped a beat. It was so good she wasn't an assassin, but anger quickly followed. Anyone who poured their heart and soul into something only to be told that the person they loved didn't exist would be incredibly furious; it was betrayal and deception.

"Let go!"

Sensing Russell's struggle, Shen Menghan gripped his hand tightly, refusing to let go. "I won't let go, I won't let go, I won't let go even if you kill me!"

Russell grabbed Shen Menghan's wrist and pried it open slightly. She struggled desperately but to no avail. Seeing herself being pushed into Russell's arms, she immediately let out a scream.

Startled by the scream, Russell regained his senses and saw Shen Menghan throwing herself into his arms again, this time holding her even tighter.

"Don't make me let go... I've let go before, but I can't forget..."

Russell's heart skipped a beat, and his chest felt slightly damp. Looking at his ex-girlfriend nestled against his chest, his cold heart softened for no reason.

The living room was silent. Neither of them spoke. Russell was utterly helpless. He had imagined what it would be like for the two of them to meet again, but this was the only one he had never thought of.

Melodramatic scenes are the worst. Even if they start fighting and killing each other as soon as they meet, it's much better than this!

On the wall, the clock hand had gone more than halfway around. Russell patted Shen Menghan on the shoulder. "Let go, it's too tight, I can't breathe."

"I won't let go!"

Russell sighed helplessly, "Fine, don't release them then. Tell me about the Assassin Group. They disbanded a few days ago. Was that your doing?"

Shen Menghan nestled in Russell and shook her head. "It wasn't me. I was ordered to withdraw by my superiors during the middle of my undercover work, which was when we parted ways peacefully... Because of something very important, I didn't come to find you until..."

Shen Menghan paused, then continued, "During that time, I tried to forget you, but after experiencing some things, I no longer hesitated and decided to come back to you. Whether you accept me or not, I will never let go, not in this lifetime..."

Shen Menghan stated that when she was still a virgin, she mistakenly met Russell, and the two went from acquaintances to lovers, eventually beginning their relationship.

Russell was in turmoil and chose to temporarily avoid this relationship, interrupting the other person. "Do you know anything about the Assassin Group? What exactly happened? The group leader was assassinated?"

Shen Menghan sniffed, looked up at Russell and said, "No, he was arrested. He was reported and caught before we even had a clear picture of his identity."

"Really? Who's that crazy?"

Reporting the boss of an Assassin Group means this person is definitely not simple; their courage alone is extraordinary.

Shen Menghan's expression instantly turned extremely strange, and she said hesitantly, "The group admin was posting nonsense on the forum, calling a certain celebrity a sissy, and stirring up a storm. As a result, he was doxxed by fans, who falsely reported him as a wanted fugitive, and then... you should know."

Russell: "..."

Fans are terrifying!

No, this group owner is so low-class!

Silence fell between the two again. Shen Menghan looked at Russell with a wronged expression. She had initially approached Russell because she was curious as to why assassin parents would raise their son to be a policeman.

To prevent Russell from being a spy infiltrated into our ranks, she feigned an approach to Russell to investigate the truth, ultimately confirming that Russell knew nothing. Her intentions were good, but she inadvertently fell into a trap from which she could never escape.

When she was in love, she was very conflicted about her identity. Being a police officer like Russell wasn't a problem. The real issue lay with Russell's parents. If she successfully infiltrated and wiped out the Assassin Group, Russell's parents would also be brought to justice, and their relationship would be doomed.

When she was transferred by her superiors, she felt both relieved and uneasy. She tried to break off her relationship with Russell naturally, hoping to use time to forget the past... Unfortunately, she was too deeply involved and failed!

Thinking about what had happened to her, Shen Menghan felt extremely wronged. Her only mistake was getting too close to Russell during the mission. But when it comes to feelings, what can she do?

Russell was in turmoil, her heart tormented, especially in the immediate aftermath of the breakup. She desperately tried to distract herself, all because she loved him so deeply. Shen Menghan couldn't help but feel angry. Since both of them had suffered so much from the relationship and couldn't let go, why not just start over?

What do you do when you're heartbroken and lost? Sing love songs.

No, that's what single people do. Why would two people sing love songs when they're alone? Just play games!

Foolish!

The next day, Shen Menghan kissed Russell on the cheek, and went to work full of energy and enthusiasm.

Russell rubbed his back and silently made himself a cup of goji berry tea.

Don't get me wrong, he didn't mean anything by it, he just wanted something sweet!

On the other side, after leaving the apartment, Shen Menghan glanced at the ring on her finger and sighed, "Ring of the Goddess of Fortune... Is God really that unkind to me?"

[Failure Diary]

Today in the group, someone who had failed at writing was about to quit. I told him: You've only written a few words and you're already giving up. Look at others, some of them have worked hard for millions of words, but in the end they still quit.